I am so enjoying this series! It is so amazing how you can totally change things up by just changing out one piece of clothing and/or the accessories. This is the perfect way to use that one special piece that doesn't fall into any other category! This is inspiring me to focus on accessories to create new looks.

By laying this coral set out side-by-side on my desktop with the original pink set, I notice patterns in how the details work together to create the illusive part — the style — at least this is what I think I see:– warmer tan-beige with coral vs cooler linen-beige with clear pink smoothes out the undertones and makes the looks more refined– a slightly more professional style in the pink pieces vs a more casual, but still ladylike style, in the coral pieces.

You have a genius, Janice. Your collections appear to come from balancing a well-curated set of multiple variables within each group while keeping 'mood' consistent (whether or not you overtly use a 'theme'): including visual fineness or roughness, the level of craftsmanship, the quality of the materials, differences in visual bulkiness, playing with scale, and the blend or contrast of the textures within each accessory piece.

I am excited to try a beachy-meets-urban Whatever'sClean13+AccessorySet for myself inspired by your examples: 13 blackestnavy & linenbeige ultra-lightweight pieces in a blend of fitted and draped shapes, champagnegold & petrolcloudysky accessories, low-gloss/low-bulk refined jewelry in gold, labradorite, and other natural materials, oversized but very, very sheer scarf, with quiet-toned but trendy-shaped shoes…and then play around with with imaginary handbags to see if it would be an oversized hobo, a large boxy tote, or an envelope clutch?… in softest kid leather, firmer vegan leather, or in a slouchy hemp/linen natural material?… It is going to be a fun Saturday morning in my closet. Thank you!Sue G

Ok, all I can say is WOW about Sue G. 's comments above. Very imaginative and gorgeous.I love this post, Janice, the coral is so light and summery, refreshing. I think most people of all types of coloring could were these combos well.

I plan to take leopard, coral, and teal , and silver and gold accessories on my next trip in August, using various combinations of earrings, pendant, scarf, and bracelet in the respective colors. Since I don't want to pack multiple pairs of shoes, I shall keep them neutral and keep the focus on my upper body, along with lighter packing weight. You have saved me and the baggage handler's backs and shoulders, Janice, thank you !

WOW!!! I might just switch to coral as my main accent.. This is just gorgeous! I've already ordered the scarf! I have some coral jewelry already. Yes please on the muted green – also a favorite! Oh this IS fun!! Thank you!

There are those fab button coral earrings again, also like the flat sandals from Lucky Brand. Love that color; my aunt gave me an antique pair of gold and coral filigree earrings when I got married . . . Think I need to get them out!

Every so often Janice writes something along the lines of theming the accessories (angular or flowers or ocean etc). I'm off to a party tomorrow. I have leggings that have a printed black lace pattern on it. I have a charcoal tunic. I am teaming the leggings with a taupe and white long scarf that has a similar lacy look to it. I am so proud of my choice. I keep looking at the hanger and admiring my handiwork – that has been inspired by Janice. Thanks. Carol S

So just have to share i love this template. Will be going on a 16 day roadtrip and just planned my travel wardrobe based on this template. I'm really excited to have this template it changes how I will travel in the future.

I'm with you on not destroying reefs, but synthetic coral is not the only answer, and can look plastic-y.

I suggest vintage coral; as a bonus, the craftsmanship is often superior. The kasturjewels hoops are a style I love, but at over $230 (plus shipping) for synthetic coral and synthetic pearls, I think I'd look for genuine material.

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